Half-Hour Stir-Fried Tofu with Broccoli and Ginger

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-02 · Updated 2026-08-02

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A quick and healthy Asian-inspired stir fry featuring half a block of firm tofu and crisp broccoli tossed in a savory ginger soy sauce. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, broccoli florets, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

7 oz (half a standard block) firm tofu
2 cups broccoli florets
1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
3 minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 sliced green onions
1 tsp cornstarch
1/4 cup water

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Instructions

Step 1: Press excess water from 7 oz firm tofu and cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss tofu cubes with 1 tsp cornstarch to lightly coat.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add tofu cubes and sauté for 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Add 2 cups broccoli florets and 1/4 cup water to the skillet. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 5: Return the tofu to the skillet, pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, and toss everything together. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats tofu and broccoli.
Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving hot with steamed rice or noodles.